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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), most motorcycle crashes are caused by another driver being unable to see the motorcyclists.This can create a dangerous situation where the driver cuts-off or turns in front of the motorcyclist. The NHTSA estimates that one-third of all motorcycle accidents are caused by another vehicle entering the…

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the leading cause of fatal accidents in the construction industry. This is followed by being struck by an object, being electrocuted, or being caught in or crushed by a workplace machine or equipment.OSHA reports that workers are at risk for serious injury and possible…

Bodily injury is a type of liability insurance coverage that you may be required to carry on your auto insurance. This coverage can compensate a third-party for damages if you were responsible for an accident.New York mandates that drivers carry a minimum of $25,000 bodily insurance coverage for an accident they are liable for. Bodily…

There are two main types of spinal cord injuries: complete and incomplete.A complete spinal cord injury can result in a complete loss of movement and sensation below the level of injury. An incomplete spinal cord injury means there may be limited sensation or movement below the point of injury.According to the Mayo Clinic, spinal cord…

Construction accidents can occur due to safety violations on the part of employers, general contractors, property owners, and other parties.According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as many as 14 workers die in construction-related accidents every day. The federal administration lists the following types of accidents as the leading causes of deaths: Falls…

While it is possible to improve from a spinal cord injury, very few patients fully recover from injury to the spinal cord. The type of spinal cord injury, and its severity, may determine whether the injury is permanent or if some recovery is possible.The spinal cord performs an important function in communicating with the brain….

We recommend that you should go to the doctor for a dog bite as soon as it is safe to do so. Even if you are not sure if your dog bite injuries are serious enough to need medical attention, you should err on the side of caution and see a doctor.A doctor may want…

Pain and suffering refers to any number of non-economic damages a plaintiff suffers in an accident that impacts their physical, mental, emotional, or psychological well-being. It is a non-economic damage because, unlike items such as medical bills or lost wages, it cannot be quantified in specific dollar terms. Whereas you can assign a dollar value…

Slip and fall accidents are when you lose your footing and fall. The impact with the ground or another object causes personal injuries, which can range from mild to severe or even fatal. The New York Department of Health notes that slips and falls are a leading cause of death, particularly among the elderly and…

It is difficult to know right away if a dog bite is serious, which is why, if you have any question at all, you should get checked out by a doctor immediately. If your bite seems minor, and you believe you can forgo a medical appointment, you should remain on alert for a number of…